The most flexible skeleton available on the market with natural motion in every part! The physiological skeleton features all of the advantages of the standard Rudiger Anatomie skeleton, and combines it with with a flexible spine, a spinal cord with nerve ends, vertebral arteries, a herniated disc between L4 and L5, and a sectioned sacrum with a bony flap to expose the nerve bundles.

The upper and lower limbs, hand, feet, shoulders and hips of the physiological skeleton are mounted with elastic cord. Natural movements like medial and lateral rotation of arms and legs, flexion and extension of elbows and knees can be demonstrated. Shoulders are flexibly mounted to show natural hyperextension, pronation and supination of the forearms. One hand and foot are mounted on elastic cord to show every single bone from every view.

The flexible spine of the physiological skeleton comes with extra soft discs to show lifelike deformation while stretching and bending the spine. When moving the spine to the left, right, front or back, always one side of the affected disc gets compression from the vertebrae above and below. Discs used in standard skeletons, which are made of PVC plastic, just get thinner in this specific area; they cannot replicate the natural movement the way the extra soft discs in this spine can. Just like a real human spine, movement of the vertebrae cause the discs to compress out of the spine between the two vertebrae. This effect is reinforced by the extra flexible metal joint rod used in this flexible skeleton. The skeleton comes with 5-leg safety stand and dust cover.

Skeleton measures approximately 70.1 x 15.8 x 9.8 inches and weighs about 25 pounds. Manufactured by medical artists and craftsmen in Germany. Backed by an industry-leading 5 year warranty.

Q: How flexible is this model?A: This skeleton comes with an incredibly flexible, yet durable, spine. The elastic cords that run throughout all major joints also facilitate life-like movement, making this a great model for physical therapy students and physicians.

Q: What is the skeleton made of?A: This skeleton is made of high-quality German PVC plastic. Skeletal parts are fastened with high-grade metal parts that will last for decades of use, as well as flexible bungee cord in major joints.

Q: Who is this skeleton made for?A: This skeleton is ideal for students and physicians who need the absolutely most flexible skeleton on the market. It's great for physical therapy and kinesiology students, and is also right at home in a yoga or pilates studio. Artists also love this model because it can be placed in a wide range of poses.

Q: Does this model come with a warranty?A: Yes, all Rudiger Models come with a 5 year warranty.

Q: Is this model considered life size?A: Yes, this model is life size. The dimensions are 70.1 x 15.8 x 9.8 inches.

Q: Are the spinal nerves visible on this model?A: Yes, you can see the spinal nerves on this model.

Q: Is this skeleton hold poses on it's own?A: The spine, yes. But the arms and legs won't stay up if you put them up (for example, if you raise it's arms, they won't stay up on their own).

Q: Is this a male or female skeleton?A: This is an adult male skeleton model.

Q: Are the fingers and toes moveable?A: Yes, you can move and pose the fingers and toes. They are held together with flexible wire.

Q: Can this model be taken apart and put back together?A: No, while some pieces are removable, this model is not meant to be completely disassembled.

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Review by Ron

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We bought one for our physical therapy office and the pictures don’t lie. The flexibility of this model is absolutely crazy. We can show anything that we need to our clients. It allows for much more in-depth sessions with our customers (Posted on 7/14/17)

Review by Alex G

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The flexibility on this skeleton is really impressive. I have seen other flexible skeletons which bend in any way that you want, but this one mimics natural motion and range. (Posted on 9/30/16)